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Hiking on the Lemosho route at Kilimanjaro

Via Lemosho Route to the top of Kilimanjaro

Lemosho Route is one of the least explored routes to the summit of Kilimanjaro. It is one of the most beautiful routes and due to its altitude profile and its length it offers very good possibilities to adapt to the altitude.

7- or 8-day ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro

Lemosho Route is the longest and most varied route for tourists up to Uhuru Peak and offers fascinating views of the country over and over. You can choose between a shorter (7 days) and longer (8 days) ascent. You will spend a total of 9 or 10 days in Tanzania, respectively.

With us you can book Lemsoho Route starting at 2,235 USD per person. For an individual offer simply send us your request.

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Diverse nature with astonishing views

Lemosho Route is extremely varied and offers a partly untouched landscape as well as a varied flora and fauna. The route includes some steep passages. During the ascent you often have excellent views of Mt. Meru, west of Kilimanjaro, and Kenya.

You use different ways for ascent and descent. On the campsites along the route you sleep in tents. All campsites are in direct radio contact with the management of the national park. The number of visitors on this route is comparatively low.

Map of the hiking route of the Lemosho Route

Our travel proposal

Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport – Moshi

Street life in ArushaWelcome to Tanzania! Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be welcomed by your driver. Together you drive in the direction of Moshi (about 60 minutes drive). You are already expected at Chanya Lodge, which is located in a quiet area close to the centre of the small town. Upon arrival at the lodge, a detailed briefing and equipment check will be held, i.e. you get important information for climbing Kilimanjaro during the upcoming days. The afternoon is at your free disposal and can be used, for example, to explore the place or relax by the pool. Dinner takes place at the lodge, but can optionally be placed at another location (own organization necessary).

Day 2: Moshi – Londorossi Gate (2,200 m) – Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750 m)

Hiking time: 3-4 h | Distance: approx. 10 km | Altitude difference: approx. 650 m ↑ and 150 m ↓ | Effort: Moderat

Kibo peak in Kilimanjaro taken from rain forest, Tanzania, AfricaAfter a big breakfast at your lodge, your guide picks you up. He checks the luggage once more before you drive together to Londorossi Gate, the western entrance of Kilimanjaro National Park. Luggage not required during the climb can be stored at the lodge free of charge. For an overview of the topic “luggage on Mount Kilimanjaro” look here or here. After about an hour’s drive, you will reach Londorossi Gate at about 2,100 meters altitude. There, you will be registered by your guide in the national park. In addition, final preparations are made, such as baggage loading. Afterwards, you continue for about an hour by car (depending on weather and road conditions) until you reach the Lemosho Glades.

You then start your first leg on the mountain. It leads on paths through dense rainforest. You will discover a variety of plant species and with a bit of luck, you will see various wild animals such as antelopes, diademed monkeys and colobus monkeys. During the hike you take short breaks from time to time. After about 3-4 hours you will reach the first camp of your trip, the Mti Mkubwa Camp. The remaining time until dinner is at your free disposal. After dinner, your guide will give you tips regarding clothing for the night as well as regarding clothes to wear and day luggage to pack for the day ahead. At around 9 pm the first day at Kilimanjaro ends and you spend the first night in tents.

Day 3: Mti Mkubwa Camp (2,750 m) – Shira (1) Camp (3,500 m)

Hiking time: 5-6 h | Distance: approx. 8 km | Altitude difference: approx. 750 m ↑ | Effort: Moderat

Camp on Mount KilimanjaroYour day begins with a big breakfast, weather permitting, outside your tent. At 8:30 to 9:00 am your hike will start in the direction of Shira (1) Camp. At the beginning of today’s stage, you still walk through dense mountain rainforest. After a short while, however, the forest begins to thin out. You have arrived at the edge of the heathland and moorland. Your hike will take you along an increasingly steep trail up to the Shira Plateau. You continue your hike across the plateau towards Kibo. During your hike, you have great views of Kibo and Mount Meru. Finally, you reach Shira (1) Camp, from where you can well see the western crater rim of Kibo, called “Western Breach”. If you choose the shorter of the hikes possible, you just take a break at Shira 1 Camp and continue the same day until the Shira (2) Camp. Otherwise, you spend the second night in tents.

Day 4: Shira (1) Camp (3,500 m) – Shira (2) Camp (3,750 m)

Hiking time: 6-7 h | Distance: approx. 12 km | Altitude difference: approx. 400 m ↑ | Effort: Moderat

View from Kilimanjaro to Mount MeruAfter breakfast, you continue your hike towards Shira (2) Camp. This day also serves as the first acclimatization day. There are several routes that lead to the Shira (2) Camp. Thus, depending on your constitution, together with your guide you can choose the route that suits you best. As on the previous day, today’s hike is shorter, however, the duration depends on the chosen route. During today’s leg you will once more have magnificent views of the Kibo massif. Because Shira (2) Camp is higher and less sheltered than the previous camp, temperatures can already fall below freezing at night. Here you spend your third night in tents.

Day 5: Shira (2) Camp (3,750 m) – Barranco Camp (3,900 m)

Hiking time: 6-7 h | Distance: approx. 10 km | Altitude difference: approx. 850 m ↑ and 700 m ↓ | Effort: Increased

Vegetation on Mount KilimanjaroThis day serves as an acclimatization day. After breakfast, the path leads steadily uphill for a long time. By now you have arrived in the stone desert. You walk up to Lava Tower at 4,600 meters where you have lunch. Right after, you start your decent over scree and stone, which is initially quite steep. Shortly before reaching Barranco Camp you have great views of the southern glaciers of Kibo. The path is lined with centuries-old crested trees (Senecia) and lobelia. In the afternoon, you will reach the camp where your mountain team will be waiting for you with tea, coffee and snacks. After dinner, your guide will give you the daily briefing for the coming night and the following day. At Barranco Camp, you spend your third night in tents.

Day 6: Barranco Camp (3,900 m) – Karanga Camp (3,995 m)

Hiking time: 3-4 h | Distance: approx. 4 km | Altitude difference: approx. 200 m ↑ and 100 m ↓ | Effort: Moderat

Climb on the Barranco Wall of KilimanjaroAfter breakfast, and soon after leaving the camp, a path leads up steeply the so-called Barranco Wall. Once you arrive at the top you have outstanding views. From there, the path continues along the southern slope of Kibo. Alpine arid landscape is characteristic for this region, and boulders of volcanic origin line the way. As before, you take short breaks every now and then. Shortly before reaching the next camp, the path leads several hundred meters downhill, and then back up again. After about 3 hours you will reach Karanga Camp. There you will have lunch. The afternoon is at your free disposal. At Karanga Camp you spend your fifth night in tents.

Day 7: Karanga Camp (3,995 m) – Barafu Camp (4,673 m) 

Hiking time: 3-4 h | Distance: approx. 4 km | Altitude difference: approx. 680 m ↑ | Effort: Moderat

Hike through the stone desert at Kilimanjaro

As on the previous day, today’s hike is shorter and only takes about 3-4 hours. The route runs, like the previous day, through alpine desert with light ups and downs. Only the last few meters before reaching Barafu Camp, you walk steeply uphill. You arrive at the base camp already around noon, and have the rest of the day at your free disposal (we recommend you take it easy and relax). In addition to lunch and afternoon snack, there is an early dinner, as your fifth night is very short and you start the summit climb in the middle of the night.

Day 8: Barafu Camp (4,673 m) – Uhuru Peak (5,895 m) – Mweka Camp (3,100 m) 

Hiking time: 11-13 h | Distance: approx. 19 km | Altitude difference: approx. 1,230 m ↑ and 2,800 m ↓ | Effort: High

Summit Uhuru PeakHere we go! At midnight, your trek up to the highest point of Africa, Uhuru Peak, begins. You zigzag your way through the darkness and cold, over scree and stone up the mountain. It is an impressive hike under great starry skies, provided the view is clear. After about 5 hours hike you reach Stella Point at an altitude of 5,756 meters. Depending on your speed, you’ll see a glorious sunrise here or later at Uhuru Peak. From Stella Point it is only around another hour to walk along the crater rim until you reach the summit. Once there, you can admire the impressive glaciers of Kibo, and simply enjoy the view. You made it!

Then you return to the base camp. There you have breakfast and then continue your hike to the last camp of your journey. The path leads steadily downhill. The vegetation is becoming increasingly lush again. In the afternoon, you will reach Mweka Camp, where the mood among the travelers is usually good and relaxed, and you have time think about your impressive journey again. After dinner, you spend your sixth and last night at the campsite, surrounded by trees.

Day 9: Mweka Camp (3,100 m) – Mweka Gate (1,640 m) – Moshi

Hiking time: 2-3 h | Distance: approx. 10 km | Altitude difference: approx. 1,460 m ↓ | Effort: Low

Group photo of the team at KilimanjaroThe last day of your hike starts with a relaxed breakfast. Today’s leg to the exit of the national park is only a few hours long. Before departure from Mweka Camp, the traditional farewell ceremony takes place. You walk through the lush green, as on the first day, and take short breaks from time to time. Once you arrive at Mweka Gate, your summit certificate will be issued, and you say goodbye to the mountain and your team. On the way back to your lodge you can stop for lunch. Once you arrive back at your accommodation – enjoy the shower! The rest of the day is at your disposal. Celebrate it the way you want, you deserve it! You’re spending the last night of your trip in your lodge in Moshi.

Day 10: Moshi – Kilimanjaro Airport

Airport Transportation Kilimanjaro AirportAfter a good night’s sleep and a big breakfast, you check out of the lodge. If you have planned further activities, you continue your individual travel program accordingly. Alternatively, your driver will drive you to Kilimanjaro International Airport and you will start your journey home.

Alex and Timo on the summit of Mount Meru

Our promise

Each of our trips is individually planned based on our experience and your wishes. Authentic and sustainable travel is especially important to us.

We therefore do not sell anything that we have not experienced ourselves and found to be good. We convince ourselves firsthand in order to make an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Africa possible for you.

Here you can see what our journey to the roof of Africa looked like.

The following services are included in the price

  • Organization of the trip by Jambo Kilimanjaro
  • 8 days Kilimanjaro ascent via Lemosho Route (alternatively 7 days tour possible)
  • 9 nights (7 nights in tents / 2 nights at Chanya Lodge)
  • Half-board in the lodge, full-board during the Kilimanjaro ascent (more details can be found here)
  • Transfer from and to the airport
  • Transfer to and from the gate of Kilimanjaro National Park
  • All park and camp fees

  • Trained and certified guide (English speaking, German and French on request)
  • Trained cook and certified porters
  • Four season tent incl. sleeping mats
  • Complete kitchen equipment, dining tent, chairs and tables
  • First aid kit and emergency oxygen cylinder (per group)
  • Pulse oximeter for health checks
  • Safe luggage storage at Lodge while on trek
  • Execution of the trip in accordance with the specifications of the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP)

Services not included in the price:

  • Flights
  • Visa
  • Tips
  • Private insurance

Optional extras available at a surcharge:

  • Sleepings bags for low temperatures
  • Foldable travel bed inc. porter
  • Portable toilet inc. toilet tent, toilet roll, cleaning chemicals and porter
  • Walking poles
  • Additional oxygen cylinder package
  • Overnight stay at Crater Camp
  • Additional clothes and equipment on request
Hiking on the Lemosho route at Kilimanjaro

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We plan each trip individually, according to your wishes. Send us your request for the Lemosho Route online free of charge and without obligation. We will contact you with a personal offer.

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Tested for sustainable engagement!

We are committed to more responsibility and sustainability in tourism. Therefore, we were awarded the TourCert Check and are part of the TourCert community!

True to the motto “Travel for tomorrow” we develop our company from a sustainability perspective and can therefore associate ourselves with the TourCert Check.

In addition, all our trips are carried out under the guidelines of the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP) with regard to payment and equipment of porters and mountain teams.

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Picture credits: Picture © meny.arigur (Adobe Stock) | Picture © malajscy (Adobe Stock) | Picture © Emily (Adobe Stock)

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